Answers to the questions we hear most

Dr. Mukhtar Khan provides general, laparoscopic, breast, thyroid, and surgical oncology care, while Dr. Mashal Rasool Khan specialises in brain, spine, nerve, and pediatric neurosurgical conditions.

Not every condition requires surgery. Your specialist will assess your symptoms, examination findings, and relevant investigations before recommending the most appropriate treatment approach.

Radiating pain, numbness, tingling, and muscle weakness in an arm or leg can indicate nerve involvement and may require specialist assessment.

Not always. Suitability depends on the specific spinal condition, its location and severity, and your overall clinical assessment.

Yes. Depending on the underlying cause and clinical findings, treatment may involve procedures such as shunt placement or an endoscopic procedure to manage cerebrospinal fluid.

Some conditions, including myelomeningocele and encephalocele, may be identified during prenatal imaging. Early diagnosis can help guide delivery and treatment planning.

Loss of consciousness, repeated vomiting, worsening headache, confusion, or new neurological symptoms after a head injury require prompt medical assessment.

Treatment depends on the tumor’s type, location, size, and effect on surrounding brain tissue. A specialist assessment helps determine the appropriate treatment plan.

No. Treatment depends on the type and stability of the fracture, along with any involvement of the spinal cord or nerves.

Yes. Depending on their location, spinal tumors can cause persistent pain, weakness, numbness, sensory changes, or difficulty with movement.

Surgery may be considered for suspicious or cancerous nodules, large goiters, or thyroid conditions causing pressure, swallowing difficulty, or other significant symptoms.

Not always. Depending on the diagnosis and extent of the condition, surgery may involve removing part or all of the thyroid gland.

A biopsy may be recommended when a lump or breast abnormality requires further investigation. It provides tissue that can be examined to establish a diagnosis.

The surgical approach depends on factors including the type, size, location, and extent of the cancer, along with the patient’s overall treatment plan.

No. Abdominoplasty is a body contouring procedure that removes excess abdominal skin and fat and may address muscle separation when appropriate.

No. Liposuction removes localized fat deposits to improve body contour and is not a treatment for obesity or substantial weight reduction.

Persistent abdominal pain, ongoing changes in bowel habits, unexplained weight loss, or gastrointestinal bleeding should be medically assessed.

Further investigations may be required to understand the type and extent of the disease. Your specialist will then discuss the appropriate treatment plan and surgical options where indicated.